--- type: "WebPage" title: "ASME analysis: meeting guideline requirements" description: "Do you want to carry out ASME analysis What is ASME? The ASME guideline refers to a set of technical standards developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).These standards are internationally recognized and apply primarily to the design,..." resource: "https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-nuclear-energy/asme-analysis/" tags: ["EN", "pll_6852777d7cc5d", "Clément BOENARD"] timestamp: "2026-07-08T08:15:20Z" published: "2025-06-18T09:00:15Z" language: "en" author: "Laure Durieux" --- # ASME analysis: meeting guideline requirements ## Do you want to carry out ASME analysis ### What is ASME? The **ASME guideline [](https://www.asme.org/)** refers to a set of technical standards developed by the **American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)**. These standards are internationally recognized and apply primarily to the design, manufacturing, inspection, maintenance, and safety of mechanical and industrial equipment, particularly in sensitive sectors such as [energy, nuclear power](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-nuclear-energy.md), oil and gas, and [aerospace](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace.md). ### ASME guideline requirements In general, the ASME guideline covers **fundamental principles** related to the **safety**, **technical compliance**, and **traceability** of equipment and materials. Here are the main requirements found in the principal ASME documents: Compliant design **Equipment must be designed to withstand real operating conditions**, particularly in terms of pressure, temperature, corrosion, or fatigue. Qualified materials **The materials used must be listed in the ASME code or be subject to specific qualification**, with certificates of conformity and full traceability. Controlled manufacturing processes Manufacturing processes, such as welding or heat treatment, must follow validated and controlled procedures. Mandatory inspection and testing **Rigorous inspections are mandatory before any commissioning**, including pressure tests, visual, radiographic, or ultrasonic inspections. Documentation and traceability **All operations must be documented in a complete manufacturer’s file**, including drawings, material certificates, test reports, and parts traceability. Qualifications **Welders, inspectors, and operators must be qualified according to ASME standards**, and the manufacturer may be audited to obtain official certification. ### The different ASME guidelines ASME ## ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC): the flagship standard for boilers, pressure vessels, nuclear equipment... ASME Y14: technical drawing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing guidelines. ASME B31: for process piping (gas, fluids, chemicals...). ASME NQA-1: for quality assurance in the nuclear industry. ## The FILAB laboratory supports you in carrying out ASME analysis ### Why choose FILAB for an ASME analysis? If you are involved in the design, construction, maintenance, or operation of nuclear power plants or other energy production systems, you strive to follow these best practices through regular inspection of your mechanical and industrial equipment. To support you in your efforts, the FILAB laboratory assists you with your [chemical analysis](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/analysis-chimiques/) according to ASME guidelines. ## OUR TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES [CI-CLI](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-analysis-chromatographie-ionique/)  [ICP-MS / ICP-AES](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes.md) [MEB](https://filab.fr/nos-moyens-techniques/laboratoire-d-analysis-par-microscopie-electronique-a-balayage-meb-edx/) Hardness testing ([Vickers](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/vickers-hardness-testing-hv-in-laboratory.md), [Brinell](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/brinell-hardness-testing-in-laboratory.md), [Rockwell](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/laboratory-testing-and-measurement-of-rockwell-hardness.md)) [SEO](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-oes-alloys.md) [CHONS](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/chons-laboratory-analysis.md) [Tensile testing](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/tensile-test-materials-laboratory.md) [Charpy impact test](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/mechanical-laboratory-test/charpy-impact-tests.md) ## energy and nuclear sector analysis [Chemical analysis](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/analysis-chimiques/) ([heavy metals](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-analysis-heavy-metal.md), additives, [residual solvents](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/analyse/laboratoire-analysis-solvants-residuels-cov/)…) [Material characterization](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing.md) : [metal alloys](https://filab.fr/en/analysis-of-metallic-alloys-in-the-laboratory.md), [polymers](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory.md), [composites](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/polymer-materials-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-composite-material.md), [ceramics](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/laboratory-of-analysis-and-expertise-of-technical-ceramics.md)... 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Yes. ASME codes (notably BPVC) list the materials **approved in specific appendices** (ASME Section II Part D). If a material is not listed, it must undergo **material qualification**, with full analysis and standardized tests. What are ASME standards used for? ASME standards ensure that equipment is: - Compliant with safety and reliability requirements - Accepted internationally in industrial tenders - Traceable and accompanied by the correct technical documentation What is the difference between ASME and CODAP? | | **ASME** | **CODAP** | | --- | --- | --- | | Origin | 🇺🇸 United States | 🇫🇷 France (SNCT) | | Document type | International code | Recognized French code | | Industries | Nuclear, oil & gas, medical, etc. | Chemicals, agrifood, water treatment… | | Heated equipment | Yes (e.g., boilers, reactors) | No (no direct flame) | | Scope | Worldwide | European / French-speaking |